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International Business Model Innovation
for Tees Valley based businesses
The Add-Venture Builder programme will support established Tees Valley businesses with high growth potential, that are planning or researching how to scale through 'International Business Model Innovation'.
Add-Venture Builder is delivered by the Tees Valley Business Hub (TVBH) with the SME Centre of Excellence on behalf of Grow Tees Valley, working closely with key partners including Department of International Trade.
Come and join our adventure!
Add-Venture Builder is a brand-new programme designed to equip Tees Valley businesses with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to grow internationally.
The Add-Venture Builder programme is for established businesses with high growth potential located within the Tees Valley who are aiming to realise international growth. The programme is 100% funded for each business taking part, with wrap around support through the Tees Valley Business Hub. Participants will gain insight into how to access international markets, using our innovation toolset and master the skillset and mindset needed to grow their business overseas.
Each participant will receive support throughout their journey, that is carefully tailored to their own personal and business' needs so that they are better equipped for success. There's a community for support, with world class leaders, coaches, resources and tool kits to rely on.
What is the programme Structure?
The Programme incorporates key themes around innovation and internationalisation, which build together to enhance the participants mindset, skillset and toolset.
​Learn the +Venture Builder Mindset To Grow Global
​Design Thinking To Innovate Your Business Model
​How To Successfully Validate Your International Offer
Marketing For Innovation & Internationalisation
Innovation Tools To Scale Your Business Internationally
​Take Internal & External Stakeholders On The Adventure
The Add-Venture Builder Programme will take participants on an adventure over the course of four months, between March and May 2023. There will be 3 days of physical meetings, including a 2 day residential at Hardwick Hall Hotel (14-15 March 2023), where meals and accommodation are included as part of the programme. ​If you’d prefer not to stay overnight, that’s fine, you are still welcome to attend the 2-day workshop.
There will be additional specialised, virtual, workshops to ensure each business is fit to focus internationally, as well as the opportunity to arrange one-to-one meetings with relevant experts. The programme offers personalised advice and support based on an in-depth business diagnostic carried out at the start of the programme.
The Programme incorporates key themes, which build together to enhance the participants 'innovation and internationalisation mindset, skillset and toolset. These themes will be delivered over the 3 physical days of meetings.
Our world-class team of experts will coach and support through activities that holistically and ethically support the key components of their business: the idea, the product, the market, the team, the money, and how these fit into the lifecycle of SMEs wishing to scale and grow overseas.
Eligibility Criteria
Your business must be within the Tees Valley area and under one of the following local authorities:
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Middlesbrough
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Stockton on Tees
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Hartlepool
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Redcar and Cleveland
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Darlington
We have previously supported businesses from the following sectors:
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Innovative Manufacturing
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Education
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Digital and Creative
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Health and Life Sciences
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Financial and Professional
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Food and Drink
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Low Carbon and Environmental
Why join the programme?
The programme is 100% funded for each business taking part, with wrap around support through the Tees Valley Business Hub. Participants will gain insight into how to access international markets, learn about our innovation toolset and master the skillset and techniques to grow their business in new markets. Our world-class team of experts will support them through activities that holistically and ethically support the key components of their business: the idea, the product, the market, the team, the money, and how these fit into the lifecycle of SMEs wishing to scale and grow.
Each participant will receive support that is carefully tailored to their own personal and their business' needs so that they are better equipped for success. There's a community for support, with world class leaders and and a world-leading toolkit, to rely on.
Understand the MINDSET needed for internationalisation.
Innovate, de-risk and validate your product or service for NEW markets.
Identify GROWING markets and key trends that will fuel innovation.
Maximise scalability and deliver the SUSTAINED value needed to succeed overseas.
How is the programme funded?
